Respiratory Therapist / Nurse

Lincare; Galax (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Inclusive environment

Training opportunities

Job summary

Lincare in the United States (Virginia) is seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team. The role involves setting up home medical equipment, including ventilators and CPAP/BiPAP units, and educating patients on proper usage of prescribed equipment.

Responsibilities include equipment inspection, adjustment for safe operation, reviewing prescriptions, maintaining patient records, and staying updated on respiratory homecare techniques.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and educate on home medical equipment (CPAP/BiPAP, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, ventilators).
• Inspect, test, and adjust equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Review prescription and patient information to determine suitable treatment per physician orders.
• Maintain complete, organized patient records compliant with accreditation standards.
• Stay updated on respiratory homecare techniques and concepts.
• On-call after hours and weekends as needed (frequency depends on center size).

Job description

Offering $25 to $40
Lincare is currently seeking a Respiratory Therapist / Nurse to join a growing team. This employee is responsible for the setup of home medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, CPAP/BiPAP units, and/or other related equipment. The employee will also educate and train patients on the proper usage of prescribed equipment.

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs
• An inclusive, open, and friendly environment focused on associates and their success
• Ample training and development opportunities that foster personal and professional growth
  

Job Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and provide education on home medical equipment that includes, but is not limited to CPAP/BiPAP machines, nebulizers, oxygen concentrators, and/or mechanical ventilators
• Inspect, test, and adjust home medical equipment to ensure it is functioning safely and efficiently
• Review prescription and patient information to assess condition and determine suitable treatment administration, compatible with physician orders
• Maintain patient records in a complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards
• Maintain current knowledge of respiratory homecare techniques and relevant respiratory therapy concepts
• Work on-call after hours and weekends as needed
  • Frequency is determined by center size and number of employees available to share